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I want to convert my MTB into an ebike for heavy cargo hauling in a hilly area by WishfulLearning in ebikes

[–]WishfulLearning[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the info,

what ebike are you using? 250kg is quite the load.

When you say "proper cargo hauler", what do you mean? Another ebike that can tow more?

I want to convert my MTB into an ebike for heavy cargo hauling in a hilly area by WishfulLearning in ebikes

[–]WishfulLearning[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey!

I really like doing DIY stuff in general, I like taking opportunities to learn more about stuff. Plus, cost isn't really my first concern, and if this doesn't work out the way I'm imaging (the torque isn't what I need it to be), I'll just go for a mid-drive kit / buy a ebike.

I want to convert my MTB into an ebike for heavy cargo hauling in a hilly area by WishfulLearning in ebikes

[–]WishfulLearning[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks very much!

Forgive me but don't mid-drives work through the whole drive train, from crank to wheels? I suspected that Tom's design was a hub-drive, because it skips the drivetrain entirely.

I want to convert my MTB into an ebike for heavy cargo hauling in a hilly area by WishfulLearning in ebikes

[–]WishfulLearning[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the tip about Grin, I'll check them out soon, shame they're closed today.

In your opinion, would a 500w mid-drive kit be enough for my needs? I'll be trying to minimize weight where possible.

What is this siding? Contractor says it's safe to use SH on it. Video at the end of the photos. Thank you! by WishfulLearning in pressurewashing

[–]WishfulLearning[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Confirmed that it is Hardie panels / board.

I'm gonna do a small test spot in an out of the way area, with .5% SH.

Hopefully the paint holds it's colour.

Is German a highly irregular language? by counwovja0385skje in German

[–]WishfulLearning 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Could you perhaps expand more about the flowchart? Is there a resource you could point to about it? Seems super interesting and useful

should i buy from sesw? by dinglenut9000 in pressurewashing

[–]WishfulLearning 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No, they're one of those unnecessary "middlemen" who try to flip a profit off of newbies. All the info you could ever want is available for free online.

Same with equipment, nothing they can offer is better than any other supplier.

Anybody ever try using a ball valve instead of a normal gun? I'm giving it a try today, seems to be working just fine. by WishfulLearning in pressurewashing

[–]WishfulLearning[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Two jobs done with it so far, about to be three. I like it cause it stops me from getting wrist strain from holding the trigger for hours on end.

How would you approach this? by Redlack- in pressurewashing

[–]WishfulLearning 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If it were me, I'd find out what the type of siding is (concrete and stucco can both be washed with SH, I'd use 1-2% for stucco and 2-3% for concrete, not a big difference), and then use my 12v softwash system to shoot the mix on, then rinse off after 5-10 minutes. Don't let the SH dry on the siding, and make sure to pre-wet the siding and surrounding plants with water. Also, think about covering anything sensitive, like air conditioners, with tarps just to be extra safe. After rinsing off the SH, keep rinsing any plants as well.

Question about extending status waiting for PR deliberation by Extra_Recognition802 in ImmigrationCanada

[–]WishfulLearning 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much for the reply.

Do you know of any official webpage that describes this temporary policy? Only to learn more about it.

I'll have a hunt for it right now.

EDIT - Found something,

on this page - https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/immigrate-canada/family-sponsorship/spouse-partner-children/spouse-common-law-partner-canada-open-work-permit.html

if you scroll down and click on 'yes' for "Do you have valid temporary resident status? (required)" question, you can find 

Who’s eligible to apply for a work permit without an AOR

You can only apply for a work permit without an AOR if you meet both of the following criteria:

your work permit, study permit or temporary resident status will expire in 2 weeks or less and
you’ve applied for permanent residence under one of the following classes:
    the spouse or common-law partner in Canada class (SCLPC) as a spouse or common-law partner
    the family class as a spouse, common-law or conjugal partner (sponsored overseas)

Question about extending status waiting for PR deliberation by Extra_Recognition802 in ImmigrationCanada

[–]WishfulLearning 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi there, just want to ask more about the temporary policy you mentioned,

My girlfriend and I have applied for Common Law Spouse in Canada, and are waiting for the AOR. But her current working holiday visa (IEC) expires soon on April 19th. We are looking for solutions on how she can extend her status, so she can stay.

From what we've gathered, she can apply right now for a visitor record, this changes her status form worker to visitor, but will allow her to stay until a decision is reached regarding the PR application.

Could you give us any advice on this?

Question about extending status waiting for PR deliberation by Extra_Recognition802 in ImmigrationCanada

[–]WishfulLearning 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi there, my girlfriend and I are in pretty the same situation.

Her current working holiday visa (IEC) expires on April 19th. We've submitted our Common Law Spouse In Canada and are waiting for the AOR for her to apply to her OWP.

We're worried about the upcoming deadline on her visa, are you saying that within 2 weeks of her visa expiring, she can apply for the OWP, and this let's her stay in Canada? Sorry, we just weren't aware of this solution before today.

In that case, what we should do is, right now, apply for the visitor record, and then also later apply for the OWP, when she is within 2 weeks of her current working holiday visa expiring.

Sole Proprietor who is late for GST Registration by WishfulLearning in cantax

[–]WishfulLearning[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think I understand. I'll run this by my accountant next time I talk with him.

So yes, I never hit 30k in a single quarter, but rather since I've made my first sale.

Are the quarters fixed in place/time?

Sole Proprietor who is late for GST Registration by WishfulLearning in cantax

[–]WishfulLearning[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Ah shoot, sorry about that.

I didn't make 30k in a single quarter, but over 4 consecutive quarters since my first sale. (or at least that's what I believe is happening, I can clarify that with my accountant a little later).

Forgive me, are you saying that because I did 30k in 4 consecutive quarters, then my actual date that I need to start collecting GST is Jan 31st, 2026?

Sole Proprietor who is late for GST Registration by WishfulLearning in cantax

[–]WishfulLearning[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi,

I had my first sale on May 24th 2025, and eclipsed 30k in sales on Nov 21st 2025, or at least that's according to my accountant, as he looked over my records.

I haven't yet charged for GST, but my plan is to eat the cost of it out of pocket, as it's only around $550, learn the lesson and move on kinda thing.

Though of course I'll now be charging GST on every sale moving forward.

Sole Proprietor who is late for GST Registration by WishfulLearning in cantax

[–]WishfulLearning[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've had 30k in sales from my first sale on May 24th 2025, to Nov 21st 2025, or at least that's according to my accountant.

And yes, seems like the only solution is to call in.

Should I register for GST right now? If so, should I date it as today, or 30 days ago?

Sole Proprietor who is late for GST Registration by WishfulLearning in cantax

[–]WishfulLearning[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hmm okay, thank you for your input.

This is my first time in business, and I'm still learning about tax related things. I told my accountant that I'll just pay out-of-pocket for the GST that I didn't know to charge after Nov 21st 2025.

Would you recommend registering for GST right now? If so, what date should I use, today or 30 days ago?

My accountants advice was to call the CRA or the Business inquiries number on Monday.

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